Corbett · Central Highlands
Beinn a' Chuallaich
Beinn a' Chuallaich is the rounded heather Corbett north of Loch Rannoch, sitting opposite Schiehallion across the loch and giving one of the very best viewpoints of that famous hill. The walk is short, the gradient is friendly, and the summit is gained via a clear path from Kinloch Rannoch — making thcounts among the most approachable Corbetts in Highland Perthshire and a sensible introduction to Corbett-bagging for walkers used to Munro paths.
Quick facts
- Height
- 892.2m/ 2927ft
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 750 m
- Time
- 3–5 hrs
- Grid ref
- NN684617
- Parking
- NN664593
- Nearest city
- Perth
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
estate road 20% · heather path 40% · grassy slope 30% · summit area 10%
Park in Kinloch Rannoch and follow the minor road north past the East Tempar farm. A waymarked path leaves the road and climbs steadily on grass and heather, gaining the south ridge of Beinn a' Chuallaich. Follow the broad ridge north to the trig point and cairn. Return by the same line, or descend west via the Allt Mor for a circuit. Allow 4–5 hours.
Terrain
Heather and grass throughout — drier than many central Highland hills thanks to the Rannoch rain shadow. The path is reasonable but can be vague in places on the upper ridge. The summit plateau is broad; in cloud, take care to descend on the correct line off the south ridge rather than wandering north-east into trackless ground.
In winter
Generally an easier winter day than the western Corbetts — the rounded ridge gives few avalanche issues. Cold east winds can be ferocious on the summit. Snow cover is intermittent in mid-winter but a deep cover transforms the walk into a serious one needing full kit.
This hill is in the Creag Meagaidh SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow2h 3m
- Edinburgh2h 14m
OS maps: OS Landranger 42
Mobile signal: Patchy on the ascent; brief 4G coverage on the summit looking south to Kinloch Rannoch
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:35
- Sunset
- 21:54
- Civil dawn
- 03:35
- Civil dusk
- 22:54
NOAA Solar Calculator · 31 May 2026
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Around Beinn a' Chuallaich on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Getting there: Blair Atholl station
Beinn a Ghlo; Glen Tilt corridor north to the Cairngorms
19km from the hill
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On TripSCOTBase yourself in Aberfeldy
Loch Tay base — Ben Lawers, Tarmachan ridge, Birks of Aberfeldy
21km from the hill
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On TasteSCOTAfter the hill: Aberfeldy
Aberfeldy — heart of Dewar's blends; honey-and-heather Highland style
22km from the hill
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Beinn a' Chuallaich — common questions
- How hard is Beinn a' Chuallaich?
- Beinn a' Chuallaich is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 11km with 750m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-5 hours. Terrain: Heather and grass throughout — drier than many central Highland hills thanks to the Rannoch rain shadow.
- Where do I park for Beinn a' Chuallaich?
- Standard parking is at NN664593 near Perth. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.
- When is the best time to climb Beinn a' Chuallaich?
- The standard good-weather months for Beinn a' Chuallaich are May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Beinn a' Chuallaich?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Beinn a' Chuallaich?
- Patchy on the ascent; brief 4G coverage on the summit looking south to Kinloch Rannoch
- Is Beinn a' Chuallaich safe in winter?
- Generally an easier winter day than the western Corbetts — the rounded ridge gives few avalanche issues. Cold east winds can be ferocious on the summit. Snow cover is intermittent in mid-winter but a deep cover transforms the walk into a serious one needing full kit.